Football Fan Collapses in Kampala After Losing Shs2M on Liverpool Bet
A yet-to-be-identified football fan collapsed on Sunday at Sekazinga Arcade in Kampala after losing Shs2 million in just 90 minutes.
Reports indicate that the man had staked the money — proceeds from his boss’s shop sales earlier in the day — on Liverpool winning the Community Shield match against Crystal Palace. However, the gamble ended in heartbreak when Liverpool lost 3-2 in a penalty shootout.
Witnesses say the man collapsed immediately after the final whistle, realizing both the financial loss and the consequences he would face for using his employer’s money. Onlookers quickly gathered, and efforts were made to revive him.
The incident has sparked fresh debate on the dangers of sports betting, particularly when it involves money that isn’t one’s own.
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